R&D Technician

Avery Dennison is seeking an R&D Technician to join our Reflective Solutions business in North  this role you will play a vital part in a fast-growing team dedicated to manufacturing innovative life-saving reflective solutions that make global roadways safer. We pride ourselves on a values-based culture centered on safety teamwork respect and mutual support. Working alongside experienced electroforming optics and laser engineers you will lead electroforming operations and support optical and laser tooling developments. You will learn to perform optical measurements to drive tooling scale-up development and continuous improvement across R&D projects. Based at our Niles IL facility you will report directly to the Electroplating Manager. The ideal candidate possesses a strong hands-on aptitude technical problem-solving skills creativity and keen attention to detail. 

Shift: 1st Shift 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Starting Hiring Rate: $24.24/hr 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain R&D electroforming tanks including but not limited to chemical maintenance anode adds anode basket maintenance filter changes etc. to ensure process stability and repeatability.
• Perform plating bath analysis and stress measurements to maintain high product quality.
• Prepare clean and inspect optical parts/substrates prior to electroforming.
• Set up operate and monitor electroforming processes.
• Identify report and troubleshoot routine issues in electroplating workflows.
• Separate clean and thoroughly inspect finished parts following electroforming.
• Collect and document accurate test data using calibrated analytical equipment including thickness gauges spot photometers and other optical measurement devices.
• Collaborate with the R&D team to deliver high-quality optical parts within established project timelines.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional R&D engineers technicians and team members.
• Assist with operational tasks in the tooling production group and broader R&D department as needed.

Safety:

• Adhere strictly to all Avery Dennison health safety and environmental policies protocols and standards.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping habits to ensure a clean organized and safe work area.
• Actively participate in all mandatory safety training sessions.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or technical certificate in chemistry chemical engineering or a related technical field is strongly preferred.
• 23 years of hands-on experience in nickel electroforming or electroplating preferred.
• Proven practical experience in substrate preparation cleaning and surface treatment
• processes.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards for product quality.
• Experience with anodizing physical vapor deposition (PVD) e-coating electropolishing or related surface finishing technology is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry and mathematics
• Proficiency with digital tools including Google Workspace and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High reliability with demonstrated punctuality and commitment to deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time